Market Overview
Charlottesville's median sold price is $535K with homes averaging 45 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Charlottesville is pricier ($535K median vs $488K), a difference of about $48K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 45 in Charlottesville. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Charlottesville
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$535K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
31 days
Price Range
$175K–$2M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Charlottesville has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Charlottesville include Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Charlottesville schools | See Woodbridge schools
Charlottesville
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
73%
Public schools
Charlottesville High School, Buford Middle School, Jackson-Via Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Charlottesville is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Charlottesville (I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Charlottesville
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Walkability
Charlottesville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Charlottesville (18) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Mall and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Charlottesville
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
12
Bike Score
58
20
Safety
Woodbridge is rated "Safe" with a total crime rate 11% below Virginia average. Charlottesville is rated "Below Average" (32% above Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to broader regional trends. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Charlottesville
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
2.5/1K
1.3/1K
Property Crime
19.8/1K
13.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
32% above Virginia average
11% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlottesville or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, compared to $535K in Charlottesville (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Charlottesville and Woodbridge?
Charlottesville public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Charlottesville include Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Charlottesville or Woodbridge?
Charlottesville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Charlottesville has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Charlottesville and Woodbridge compare?
Charlottesville is a college town centered around the University of Virginia, with a walkable downtown, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia wine country. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated August 2026.